How do I claim Housing Benefit Doncaster?
How do I claim Housing Benefit Doncaster?
You can speak to the Housing Benefit department by calling 01302 735336 or in person by visiting: The Civic Office, Waterdale, Doncaster, DN1 3BU. Do not delay claiming benefits as it could reduce the amount you receive. Use our benefits calculator to check if you are entitled to help with your rent or other benefits.
What is the maximum housing benefit you can claim?
100%
Maximum housing benefit is 100% of the eligible rent that you pay after services such as heating, lighting, water rates and non dependant charges are taken out.
How do I get my benefit claim number?
The claim reference number is on the right hand side of the benefits entitlement letter. Once you have linked your benefits account, you can view it from My linked accounts.
Is Universal Credit the same as housing benefit?
Housing Benefit can help you pay your rent if you’re unemployed, on a low income or claiming benefits. It’s being replaced by Universal Credit.
Can you receive benefits if you own a house?
Yes, you can claim benefits if you own a house but you can’t usually claim housing benefits.
What other benefits can I claim with Universal Credit?
Here’s just a few examples:
- Help with health costs, including prescriptions and dental treatment.
- Additional help towards housing payments if your Universal Credit payment is not enough to pay your rent.
- Free school meals.
- Free early education for two-year-olds.
- Sure Start maternity grants.
- Cold Weather Payments.
Can you buy a house on Universal Credit?
If you get Universal Credit, you can get SMI for a mortgage for a new home. If you or someone in your family gets JSA, ESA, Income Support or Pension Credit, you can get SMI for a new mortgage if you: need to move home so a boy and girl can have separate bedrooms – if they’re at least 10 years old.
